With the weather getting a bit better we can finally get couples out of the studio and into the great outdoors from some engagement shoot photos. Every year we love visiting the Cherry Blossom Festival in Newark New Jersey and enjoying the pink and white blossoms throughout the park. Komal and Apurva just wanted to spend time together and enjoy a day out. We enjoyed spending time with our couple, they were both really simple and easy going.

We started off at the official welcome center and made our way into Newark. The park was full of blossom aficionados from all over the world, so finding a little quiet space was harder than expected. Once we got into the groove, Komal and Apurva’s connection was hard to miss. By the time we concluded our shoot by the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, it was clear to see they both are a great fit for one another. We look forward to being a part of their wedding this summer!

Kinjal and Vishal celebrated their engagement at the Chutney Manor in New Jersey along side their friends and family. With a sudden snow storm taking over the tri-state area, we were worried they may have to cancel. Believe it or not, even with the snow the guests managed to arrive on time! ON  TIME, not late! For a South Asian event, it was something out of the ordinary. Anyway, we had a ton of fun photographing their special day. Vishal has a great sense of humor, when he got down on one knee he surprised Kinjal with a plate of carrots! All jokes aside, when he placed the ring on her finger you can see how happy they both are. 

We had planned a shoot months in advance but were running out of days before their departure due to crazy amounts of rain. The morning prior to their flight we trekked all over NYC to capture this amazing set of engagement photos. I met with Jasmine and Rony in Central Park bright and early so we can get some great intimate shots prior to the thousands of dog walkers, joggers, bicyclists and skaters took over the park. We got so lucky with the weather, it was just right for shooting. They got the celebrity treatment from the locals! Gotta love New York!

After Central Park, we took the subway into Brooklyn and got comfy in DUMBO. A quick change of clothes into something a little less formal set the mood for a few casual shots. Once we finished shooting we had a quick bite and walked the Brooklyn Bridge back into NYC, and then headed to Time Square for some must have photos in the center of it all. Of course, one more of clothes is a must, so we had to find a place – which is quite a task in the city.

The moment I snapped the last photo Jasmine and Rony had to run to get their bags and head to the airport! I am so glad we were able to spend some time together, it was a pleasure capturing them in the glow of their engagement. You can really sense the chemistry between them, its the way they look at one another and kind of speak with just little gestures…take a look for yourself – enjoy the pics!

East meets West (as in NYC and LA) at this one of a kind reception at the Hyatt Regency in Long Island New York. Neetu and Preet put together an amazing event with the help of  The Design House . Special thanks goes out to Hasina from The Design House who kept this massive event streamlined and seamless. Without their help it this 500+ guest event would have been far to much to handle! All the little details really made this event unique – we loved the tables were given names of areas in LA and NY rather than numbers! Very cool. The decor, centerpieces and stage all complimented Neetu’s outfit, without making it look too monotone. Preet did an amazing job with the engagement and weddings rings, I had to put up 2 photos. Check out the pics below!

We had our photo booth out at this event and wow the guests really went crazy inside! The largest group was more than 15 people! If you have the password, check out the photo booth pics.

Bhaumik reached out to the management at the Chutney Manor in Monmouth Junction, New Jersey, and sealed the venue for their special event. Sangeeta Thiveaud was brought on the project to provide decor and the over all layout to accomodate the number of guests, while keeping the dance floor area clear and open for performances.

If you are wondering about Priti’s picture perfect hair and make-up, she was pampered by Deepu Patel.

To keep the guests on the dance floor, our couple called in the experts DJ/MC team a Absolute Desi. How did they do? Check out the photos of the dance floor. Packed! With a fresh mix of Indian favorites, classics and pop the party was non stop.

As for the couple, they are fun loving folks who have a very hard time looking at each other without smiling and laughing. Awesome.

Congrats Bhaumik and Priti!